First view of Cologne

On the Rhine to Cologne

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August 28th 2011
Well we settled into our wonderful cabin on board the Alemannia and got to know the ship in the first 48 hours by being introduced to the crew at the captains dinner party. It was also at this time that we came to realise that we were the only English speaking couple on board and Alemannia is another name for Germany! No problem as we teamed up with a wonderful Germain couple, Klause and Elizabeth ... read more

Europe » Germany » North Rhine-Westphalia » Cologne

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more